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Book Review: ‘Break the Chains’ by Dr. Jay D Roberts, MD
An inspirational, compelling memoir about forgiveness.
Read More »Book Review: ‘On Being a Cop’ by Jim and Jay Padar
Walking a fine line between the sensational and the sentimental, this memoir provides a balanced look at all aspects of a cop’s career and life.
Read More »Book Review: ‘Willin’: The Story of Little Feat’ by Ben Fong-Torres
For those of us who have been waiting for the definitive Little Feat book to come along, 'Willin' is it.
Read More »Book Review: ‘From Russia With Doubt: The Quest to Authenticate 181 Would-Be Masterpieces of the Russian Avant-Garde ‘ by Adam Lerner
A large cache of unauthenticated Russian Avant-Garde art triggers a hunt for their artists and origins.
Read More »Book Review: ‘Celebrating Bird: The Triumph of Charlie Parker’ by Gary Giddins
Celebrating Bird is one of the best books about a jazz musician I have ever read.
Read More »Book Review: ‘The Worst Gig: From Psycho Fans to Stage Riots, Famous Musicians Tell All’ by Jon Niccum
Though it uses the term "famous" loosely, this collection of rock band reminiscences proves readable and funny.
Read More »Book Review: ‘Does Capitalism Have a Future?’ by Immanuel Wallerstein, et al.
Will capitalism overcome the many threats to its survival? What will replace it if it fails? This volume by leading world system theorists attempts to provide answers.
Read More »Book Review: ‘ Report From the Interior’ by Paul Auster
Auster's description of his New Jersey boyhood is the best part of his new memoir.
Read More »Book Review: ‘Failure Is Not Final’ by Pastor Sam Rachal Jr.
A strong encouragement not to beat ourselves up over our mistakes and to believe that God forgives us.
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